Welcome to Gr8VAs
Empowering business owners with reliable, highly trained Virtual Assistants who help them grow without burnout — and creating life-changing opportunities for Filipino talent.
About Gr8VAs
Our Story
Hi! I'm Sarah Pappas, I've been an entrepreneur for over two decades and after years of struggle I realized something very important.
| You cannot grow a business alone.
When I first started building my company, the smartest move I made wasn't a marketing strategy or a new system — it was hiring an assistant.
She handled the behind-the-scenes work that consumed my time: data entry, follow-ups, scheduling, files, communication, and all the operational details that are essential but not revenue-producing.
That support allowed me to stay focused on the work that actually moved the business forward. But as any business owner knows, the real challenge wasn't needing help — it was finding good help.
The Struggle: Finding Reliable Help Was the Hardest Part
Over the years, I tried everything:
Local hires
College interns
Assistants in my physical office
Freelancers from Fiverr and Upwork
Applicants from Indeed and ZipRecruiter
VAs from South America, Pakistan, Australia, and more
And yes… I have stories.
Assistants who disappeared without notice.
People watching TV during work hours.
Highly qualified hires who leave as they get a better offer.
VAs who promised the world but delivered very little.
Turnover. Inconsistency.
Stress.
Like many business owners, I was spending more time trying to manage help than actually getting help.
But after hiring across multiple countries, one pattern became undeniable:
| The most loyal, hardworking, reliable support consistently came from the Philippines.
THE DIFFERENCE
| Why The Philippines?
Filipino professionals brought something different — something rare.
Culturally, they are known for:
Loyalty and long-term commitment
Strong work ethic and integrity
Clear, warm communication
Fluent American English
Technical skill and adaptability
A genuine desire to serve and contribute
The partnership felt smoother.
The support felt stronger.
The relationship felt aligned.
When I hired my Executive Assistant from the Philippines, everything changed. Her dedication, initiative, and consistency elevated my business in a way I had never experienced before.
She eventually helped train additional VAs — and suddenly the vision became clear:
If this level of support could change my business, it could change thousands of businesses.
THE SOLUTION
Why Gr8VAs Exists
Business owners aren't burning out because they're not talented or driven
They're burning out
because they're doing everything themselves.
You can’t scale when you’re stuck in the daily grind.
Gr8 VAs was created to give business owners the support they deserve.
Our Virtual Assistants come:
Pre-trained in essential business systems
Supported weekly by a project manager
Committed to long-term partnership and excellence
Fully equipped to integrate into your business from Day 1
Skilled in admin, operations, recruiting, customer support, and light marketing
We free you to focus on leadership, growth, vision, and the work only you can do.
Your VA handles the rest.
Our Mission
To empower business owners with reliable, highly trained Virtual Assistants who help them grow without burnout — and to create life-changing opportunities for Filipino talent whose loyalty, skill, and dedication elevate every business they touch.
Together, we create:
More freedom
More impact
More stability
More opportunity
This is a partnership that transforms both sides.
Meet Your Gr8VA
Whether you're overwhelmed, scaling fast, or finally ready to step into the CEO role, your Gr8VA is ready to support you.
Delegate to Elevate
Helping insurance pros scale with confidence, clarity, and freedom.
Quick Links
Address
41 W Highway 14
Unit #3726
Spearfish, SD 57783
(615) 791-1001